An estimated 5 million children in the U.S. have had at least one parent in prison or jail in their lifetime.

NRCCFI is the oldest and largest organization in the U.S. focused on children and families of the incarcerated and programs that serve them.
- Disseminating accurate and relevant information
- Guiding the development of family strengthening policy and practice
- Training, preparing, and inspiring those working in the field
- Including the families in defining the issues and designing solutions
Directory of Programs
Find National, State, and Local programs for and about children of the incarcerated, their parents and their families.
Library
Download helpful materials for service providers and families.
Fact Sheets
Access relevant facts and statistics about children and families of the incarcerated.
Research
Learn more about children and families of the incarcerated using our research resources.
New and Notable
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Webinar #2 – 2025-2026 Webinar Series
Next webinar scheduled for January 30, 2026
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Fall 2025 Newsletter
Fall 2025 Newsletter from the Transition Director
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2025 See Us, Support Us is here!
2025 See us, Support Us
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Statewide Correctional Initiatives Supporting Children with Incarcerated Parents: An Action Plan for Policymakers
We are thrilled to announce the release earlier this week of our new Statewide Action Plan. Developed by our Founding Director Ann Adalist-Estrin with
